Mission
The Southern Political Science Association (SPSA) is one of the oldest and largest political science organizations in the United States, founded in 1929. The association supports academic research in political science and creates opportunities for networking and mentoring among its membership through conferences, awards, and various resources. It publishes the Journal of Politics, which serves as a platform for diverse and innovative research in the field.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2013
EIN
46-3391318
Total Assets
$2.421 million
At a Glance
Annual Conference 2025
Join us for our annual meeting in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from January 8-11, 2025.
Journal of Politics
The Journal of Politics publishes high-quality research in all subfields of political science.
Grants and Awards
SPSA offers various travel grants and awards aimed at supporting the academic community.
Upcoming Events
2025 SPSA Annual Conference
2025-01-08
Attend the SPSA Annual Conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to connect with political scientists and present your research.
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Overall Score
58
66
/100
Program Expense Ratio
77.10%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
13.57%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.01187
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
3.531
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 89.3K | 9.90% |
| Program Services | 739K | 81.91% |
| Investment Income | 66.7K | 7.39% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 7.196K | 0.80% |
| Total Revenue | 902.2K | 100.00% |
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